How to Use a Gallon of Mayonnaise (128oz)

[Melissa Burnell]

🧴 How to Use a Gallon of Mayonnaise (128 oz)

So you scored a massive gallon of mayonnaise from a restaurant supply store for a fraction of the cost—but now it’s staring you down in the fridge like a creamy time bomb. Don’t panic!

While it might seem like mayo overload, this versatile staple can do way more than just dress up sandwiches. From dips and dressings to baking and marinades, mayonnaise is the secret weapon of frugal kitchens.

With the right tips (and a few airtight containers), that gallon will stretch into dozens of easy meals, party dishes, and flavor-packed sauces without a drop going to waste.

✅ Portion & Store

• Divide into smaller containers (e.g., pint mason jars or 16 oz deli containers)
• Freeze extra mayo – yes, you can freeze mayo! It may separate slightly when thawed, but it’s fine for recipes like dips, dressings, and baked dishes. Just stir well.

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🍽️ Savory Uses That Add Up

🥪 Sandwiches & Wraps

• Obvious, but if 4 people eat sandwiches 5x a week, that’s ~20 oz/month.

🥗 Pasta, Potato, & Tuna Salad

• Mayo is the base of:
• Classic potato salad (1 cup = 8 oz)
• Creamy macaroni salad
• Tuna, chicken, or egg salad

🍔 Burger & Fry Dips

• Mix mayo with ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, hot sauce, or ranch seasoning for:
• Fry dip
• Big Mac-style burger sauce
• Spicy aioli

🍗 Coating for Meat

• Slather over chicken breasts or pork chops before breading for moist, juicy results

🥬 Salad Dressings

• Make ranch, coleslaw, honey mustard, or Caesar dressing from scratch

🍞 Baking & Cooking

• Mayo in baking? Yep!
• Add to chocolate cake or cornbread for moisture
• Substitute for oil/butter in some recipes

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🍳 DIY Ideas for Leftover Mayo

🧄 Garlic Aioli (easy upgrade!)

• Mayo + lemon juice + fresh garlic = quick gourmet dip

🧂 Homemade Flavored Mayos

• Add chipotle, dill, curry, sriracha, or smoked paprika to make endless dip combos

🥣 Batch Meal Prep

• Mix up a few salads at once and portion for grab-and-go lunches

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🧊 Shelf Life Tips

• Unopened, a gallon lasts 6–8 months in the pantry.
• Once opened: 2 months in the fridge (check the brand for specifics).
• Always use clean utensils to avoid contamination and extend shelf life.

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